1
as in undermines
to deprive of emotional or intellectual vitality
refused to let the setbacks damp his drive for success
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2
as in dampens
to make or become slightly or moderately wet
damp the shirt slightly before ironing it
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as in reduces
to reduce or weaken in strength or feeling
nothing seemed to damp the unwelcome attentions of her suitor
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Recent Examples of damps
Ash wood damps the micro-vibrations of rough urban pavement in a way aluminum and steel can't match without extra engineering.
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Omar Kardoudi
april 15, New Atlas, 15 Apr. 2026
While the standard model damps the road irregularities, the S feels more glued down, even in its softest setting, Sport.
—Basem Wasef, Robb Report, 25 Feb. 2026
Omar Kardoudi
april 15, New Atlas, 15 Apr. 2026
While the standard model damps the road irregularities, the S feels more glued down, even in its softest setting, Sport.
—Basem Wasef, Robb Report, 25 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for damps
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This debt burden leads to higher stress and sleepless nights, and directly undermines the focus and efficiency of Americans in their prime working years.—
Mary Moreland,
Fortune,
17 May 2026
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And the election data completely undermines the argument that voters were confused.—
Jovani Patterson,
Baltimore Sun,
16 May 2026
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The exertion dampens some of the mirth.—
Theater Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
13 May 2026
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The divider dampens cabin noise and provides a visual barrier from the aisle, restroom lines and galley traffic.—
Colson Thayer,
PEOPLE,
24 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The system enables closed-loop recycling, which extends material life cycles and reduces cotton emissions and pollution.—
Jennifer Bringle,
Footwear News,
14 May 2026
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Oatmeal's beta-glucan fiber helps curb hunger, supports weight loss, and reduces harmful visceral fat.—
Colleen Doherty,
Verywell Health,
14 May 2026
Verb
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As complexity rises, decisions fragment, priorities shift and trust weakens.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2026
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Excluding unhoused people from public spaces reinforces stigma and weakens the social bonds that support stability and recovery.—
Shianne LeClaire,
Hartford Courant,
17 May 2026
Verb
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Users place the pouch between the gum and upper lip, where saliva moistens it and releases nicotine.—
Fran Kritz,
Verywell Health,
12 May 2026
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Dermatologists created this moisturizing lotion, which moistens your tattoo and creates a protective skin barrier.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Feb. 2026
Verb
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If the search for a large outdoor planter exhausts you—just get a terra-cotta planter.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
6 Apr. 2026
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As the oil blockade quickly exhausts Cuba’s supply of fuel, triggering a series of lengthy, island-wide blackouts, many here are exhausted and are becoming increasingly vocal about their desire for fundamental changes in Cuba.—
Kate Linthicum,
Los Angeles Times,
29 Mar. 2026
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Another Pearl Girl wets herself when the Eyes come for Thalia.—
Amanda Whiting,
Vulture,
6 May 2026
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Spray wets leaves and in the cool hours, leaves are susceptible to deadly molds and mildew.—
Nan Sterman,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
2 May 2026
Verb
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Absent the friction of putting thoughts into language, thinking dulls.—
Jamil Zaki,
CNBC,
12 May 2026
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Roasting the root veggie dulls their spiciness and brings out their natural sweetness, so much so, the technique might just convert some radish haters.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
13 Apr. 2026
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“Damps.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/damps. Accessed 22 May. 2026.
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